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Virginia M. (Diver) Mullin

Virginia M. (Diver) Mullin

Oct 14, 2016

Virginia M. (Diver) Mullin passed away on Friday, October 14, 2016 in her home at the age of 96. She was preceded in death by her devoted husband of sixty-two years, John W. Mullin. Virginia was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She was the fifth of ten children born to Thomas and Louisa Diver of St. Francisville,...

Walter E. Williams

Walter E. Williams

Oct 8, 2016

Walter E. Williams, 83, of Indianapolis passed away October 8, 2016. He was born in Lima, Ohio on February 15, 1933 to Samuel and Catherine (Gorman) Williams. Walter was a graduate of Howe High School and Xavier University. He served in the US Army during the Korean War. He began his professional career with Shell Oil Company and later established...

August Joseph Stinnett

August Joseph Stinnett

Oct 5, 2016

August "Gus"Joseph Stinnett, 83, Indianapolis, passed away Wednesday, October 5, 2016. He was born in Indianapolis on March 8, 1933 to Paul J. and Josephine Sansone Stinnett. Gus was a graduate of Marian (College) University and served in the US Army during the Korean War. Gus worked as a comptroller for the Boy Scouts of America for 25 years. He...

Ruth S. Allen

Ruth S. Allen

Oct 3, 2016

Ruth S. Allen, age 94, beloved wife of Donald M. Allen (deceased) completed her days on earth on October 3, 2016. Her life was marked by loving service to her husband of 72 years, family, friends and community. Her lively interest in people and knowledge, her solid commitment to living out her faith and personal values, her generosity in sharing...

Torey Edward Dunn

Torey Edward Dunn

Oct 3, 2016

Torey Edward Dunn, 44, of Indianapolis, passed away on Monday, October 3, 2016. He was born in Wisconsin on July 27, 1972 . He was an avid supporter of and veteran of the US Air Force, a creative writer, and passionate father. After the passing of their mother, Torey focused his drive and energy on the well-being of his three...

Leroy Gray Christopher

Leroy Gray Christopher

Oct 2, 2016

Leroy Gray Christopher, 87, Indianapolis, passed away Sunday, October 2, 2016. He was born in Alexandria, Alabama on August 18, 1929 to Austin W. and Anna Belle Phillips Christopher. He served in the US Navy from 1948-50. Leroy worked for PPG Chemical in Texas for 20 years and National Starch for 30 years before retiring. He enjoyed the outdoors and...

Wilma Ilene Roell

Wilma Ilene Roell

Oct 1, 2016

Wilma Ilene Roell, 86, Beech Grove, passed away Saturday, October 1, 2016. She was born May 6, 1930 in Leavenworth, IN to William and Mildred Collins Bigler. Wilma worked as a supervisor and information operator for Indiana Bell for over 20 years before retiring in 1983. She was a member of Holy Name Catholic Church where she taught Sunday Catechism...

James Francis Kahl

James Francis Kahl

Sep 26, 2016

James Francis Kahl, 80, Indianapolis, passed away Monday, September 26, 2016. He was born in Indianapolis on May 7, 1936 to Francis Leo and Helen Deckard Kahl. Jim was a 1954 graduate of Cathedral High School and served in the US Navy. He worked for Indiana Bell for 38 years as a service technician and installer before retiring as a...

Margaret A. (Lauer) McMahon

Margaret A. (Lauer) McMahon

Sep 24, 2016

Margaret A. (Lauer) McMahon,94, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2016 at her daughter's home in Greenwood, IN. She was born January 12, 1922 in Indianapolis to E. Regis and Mary Frances (Malone) Lauer. Marge graduated from St. Mary Academy in 1940 and married the love of her life, Fran McMahon, on October 26, 1946. She was preceded in death...

Richard M. Tex

Richard M. Tex

Sep 14, 2016

Richard M. Tex, 82, Indianapolis, passed away Wednesday, September 14, 2016. He was born in Beech Grove, IN on September 24, 1933 to Marion C. and Bernice R. Walle Tex. Dick retired from the Indianapolis Fire Department as a Lieutenant in 1984 after 25 years of service. He also worked for Jenn-Air for 35 years retiring in 1990. He was...

Christopher William Hurrle

Christopher William Hurrle

Sep 11, 2016

Christopher Hurrle, 55, Indianapolis passed away Sunday, September 11, 2016. He was born in Indianapolis on March 24, 1961 to Robert J. and Marilyn Arbuckle Hurrle. Chris was a 1979 graduate of Perry Meridian High School and worked for Midwest Construction as a supervisor. He was a member of Carpenters Local Union 301. Chris was preceded in death by his...

Rose Mary Kavanaugh

Rose Mary Kavanaugh

Sep 5, 2016

Rose Mary Kavanaugh died Monday, September 5, 2016 at St. Paul Hermitage, Beech Grove, IN. She was 96. Rose was born November 16, 1919, at home on the family farm near Cannelburg, IN. She was the eleventh and youngest child of John and Mary E. "Mayme" (O'Connor) Kavanaugh. According to family lore, she weighed only 1.5 lbs. at birth. She...

Nicoletta Nina Pansini Martucci Bamford

Nicoletta Nina Pansini Martucci Bamford

Aug 31, 2016

Nicoletta “Nina” Pansini Martucci Bamford passed away on Wednesday, August 31, 2016 at the age of 82. She was born in Molfetta, Italy (near Napoli) to Antoinetta Gadaleta Pansini and Pietro Pansini. Nicoletta graduated from high school in Napoli and attended 2 years of college in Rome. In 1952 she entered a beauty contest and was crowned “ Miss Smile...

Philip Douglas McQuade

Philip Douglas McQuade

Aug 28, 2016

Philip Douglas McQuade, 89, of Indianapolis, passed away at Arlington Place on August 28, 2016. Beloved husband of Janet S; loving father of Brooke (Anders), Sydney, Alexandra (William) and Paula (Scott); beloved grandfather of Gabriel, Quinn, Philip, Zachary, Austin, Anna, Georgia and 5 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, David and Jessie McQuade; and brothers, Paul,...

Jack Lee Hammack

Jack Lee Hammack

Aug 27, 2016

Jack Lee Hammack passed away Saturday, August 27, 2016. He is survived by his wife, Katherine; daughter, Sandra; sons, Michael and David; 8 grandchildren; and 1 great grandchild. Jack was proud to have served his country as a sergeant in the United States Marine Corps. Services will be held at Daniel F. O'Riley Funeral Home, 6107 S. East St., Indianapolis,...

Bratcher (Brad) B. DeMarcus

Bratcher (Brad) B. DeMarcus

Aug 26, 2016

Bratcher (Brad) B. DeMarcus, 72, died peacefully on Friday August 26 at the Indiana Veterans’ Home in West Lafayette, IN. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Bernadine O’Rourke DeMarcus and Bradford B. DeMarcus. Brad lived most of his life on Sloan Ave. on Indy’s southeast side and was a devoted son. He served in the U.S....

Mary Theresa Guelden Pulsifer

Mary Theresa Guelden Pulsifer

Aug 23, 2016

Mary Theresa Pulsifer, 95, Mooresville, formerly of Indianapolis, passed away Tuesday, August 23, 2016. She was born in Indianapolis on August 12, 1921 to Hubert and Therese Blankart Guelden. Mary was a homemaker and member of the Indianapolis Hiking Club. She was preceded in death by her husband, Winfred F. Pulsifer and is survived by her sons, Joseph of Katy,...

Charmaine M. Field

Charmaine M. Field

Aug 22, 2016

Charmaine Hoffman Field was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on August 22, 2016, after years of receiving the devoted care of her daughter Colleen. Born June 19, 1933 to Alban and Viola Quick Hoffman in Jackson, Michigan, she joins her loving husband of 54 years, Arthur F. Field, III, in their eternal home. Charmaine attended Little Flower Grade School...

Don R. Jackson

Don R. Jackson

Aug 18, 2016

Don R. Jackson, 92, of Beech Grove, passed away on August 18, 2016. Don grew up in Lafayette, IN and attended Lafayette Jefferson High School. Halfway through his senior year he joined the United States Marine Corps to serve his country. He was a WWII Veteran 2nd Marine Division and served in the Pacific Theatre of Operations. Don worked in...

David Lee Curtis

David Lee Curtis

Aug 12, 2016

David Lee Curtis, 74, Indianapolis, was called home on August 12, 2016 to share a belated 50-year anniversary with his beloved wife Judy. Born March 21, 1942 in Indianapolis to the late Carl and Elizabeth Curtis, Dave graduated from Southport High School in 1960 and married Judith Elrod in 1961. He worked for 34 years at the Ford Motor Co....

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